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NURS 305 PHARMACOLOGY FINAL EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WITH COMPLETE
SOLUTIONS VERIFIED LATEST UPDATE GRADED
A++ 2025/2026
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Inhibit bacteria
cell wall
synthesis Alter
membrane
What are the five permeability
mechanisms of action Inhibit protein
that antibacterial synthesis
drugs use Inhibit synthesis of bacterial RNA and DNA
Interfere with metabolism in the bacterial cell
What are narrow effective against few organisms (either Gram
spectrum antibiotics positive OR Gram negative)
what are broad affect a broad range of gram-positive or gram-
spectrum antibiotics negative bacteria
What do slow growth of micro-organism but immune
bacteriostatic system is what destroys bacteria
(antibiotic)
medications do?
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What is superinfection resistance that results when normal flora
killed by antibiotic allowing emergence of
a new infection; difficult to eliminate
based on the type of microbe
Cultures necessary for accurate treatment
Broad spectrum antibiotic given
How are antibiotic until culture comes back
meds selected for Sensitivity of a Microorganism
use?
Those undergoing GI, cardiac, peripheral
vascular, orthopedic, or gyn surgery
When are antibiotic Sexually transmitted infections following
drugs used as sexual exposure
prophylaxis Those who have a prosthetic heart valve prior
to dental or other procedures due to
concern of bacterial endocarditis, recurring UTIs
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What is the top hand washing
preventative measure
for microbe
prevention
Mild allergic reaction
= Rash, pruritus, hives
Severe allergy =
anaphylactic shock
What are the most Bronchospasm, laryngeal edema,
commonly presenting Vascular collapse → cardiac arrest
complications with superinfection (mouth, skin, respiratory
antibacterial drugs tract, vagina, intestines)
organ toxicity (ototoxicity, hepatoxicity, renal
toxicity)
Obtain patient medical history,
medication history, allergy
history Baseline & current
assessment of wound and/or
patient condition
Monitor lab work including electrolytes,
CBC, renal function, hepatic function in
addition to labs pertinent to the
antibacterial agent(s), i.e. peak and
trough or any labs specifically
mentioned/ordered
Assess for side effects & adverse effects,
superinfections (stomatitis, vaginal
discharge, anal/genital itching,
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Encourage fluids approx.
2L/day* & monitor I & O
Standard nursing Assess IV site patency
interventions for all Assure C & S obtained prior to
antibacterials anti-bacterial administered
Epinephrine readily available
if patient condition merits
Teach patient/support system
S/S of allergic reactions
Check on patient during IV infusion of
medication(IV site is good, not having
allergic reaction)
complete the entire course of anti-bacterials
Foods/drinks with active yeast
cultures suggested (decrease
chance of superinfection)
What is the Antihistamine, Epinephrine, Bronchodilator
treatment to an
allergic reaction to
antibacterials
Penicillins
Cephalosp
orins
What medications Carbapene
affect the bacterial ms
cell wall Monobactams
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